Non-ablative Fractional Lasers
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Non-ablative Fractional Lasers
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Non-ablative Fractional Lasers
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Non-ablative Fractional Lasers
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Have a dermatologist or plastic surgeon? Make an appointment to get this procedure done. Don't have a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find a dermatologist or the American Society of Plastic Surgeons to find a plastic surgeon.
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April 24, 2007

Pros:

Made a minor improvement in the slightest of acne scars.

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Had no effect on deep scars of skin imperfections. Some areas healed worse making them almost appear deeper. Didn't even remove a fine wrinkle I have.

I had 5 fraxel laser treatments with experienced doctors, and had the laser intensity eventually go to the maximum level. This was done at a laser treatment center-so they're the pros. It looked good the next day, but after the slight swelling goes down until there is absolutely no swelling at all (which takes about 2-3 weeks), then you will see that there is almost no improvement. I had about 30 close-up pictures taken by doctors before and after, and you can't tell the difference. My face still has all of the scars and imperfections and slight wrinkle, but for the very minor scars, you can almost see a slight improvement for some. BIG WASTE OF MONEY and it gets your hopes up for nothing.
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April 16, 2007

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made my pores large and scar's more noticable.

I had an Dermabrasion done over a year ago. I think that it made my scar's look worse. Like the wine glass effect. Wider at the bottom then at the top. I have also had 5 fraxel treatment's done about 8 month's ago and i'm not impressed with that either. I truely believe it has couse fat loss.
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March 26, 2007

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My skin looked great about a week after but once the peeling and swelling subsided I saw the same exact scars. The center I went to recommended photofacial along with the fraxel, I had one spot that blistered, scabed and now I have new pock marks.

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I do not feel it is worth the cost and pain. Granted I have ice pick scars and I only did one but after the new scars I lost confidence and the research seems to indicate it doesn't do much for ice pick acne scars, by the way my scarring is mild.

Save you money, save your face. Maybe in a few years the technology will improve.
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October 13, 2006

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Area unafeccted by acne texture improved somewhat.

Cons:

Saw minimal improvement of acne. Not worth the cost and time of the treatment.

If you are going for improvement of acne scars, save you money.
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The right dermatologist can make a big difference to your patient experience and the success of your acne treatment plan. Here are the steps to find a dermatologist who is a good fit:

  1. Use the search feature on the American Academy of Dermatology website to look for board-certified dermatologists in your area, and filter the search results for doctors with a special interest in treating acne.
  2. Read online patient reviews of any dermatologists you are considering and ask people you know whether they have any experience with these dermatologists.
  3. Do your research and go to your first appointment with questions prepared.
  4. Listen to what your gut feeling tells you once you see a dermatologist in person. If you are not completely comfortable, try a different dermatologist.
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  • Look at before and after photos, the more the better, especially patients with similar scarring to your own.
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